1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1990 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1990 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Typhoon | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
